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Thales forecasts cybersecurity trends reshaping 2025 landscape
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cloud security
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physical security
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quantum computing
Thales forecasts key cybersecurity trends for 2025, pinpointing risks like intellectual property loss and increased attacks on critical infrastructure.
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The imperative of cybersecurity in manufacturing
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ransomware
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cybersecurity has become critical for manufacturing, with ransomware attacks representing 71% of incidents. Proactive strategies are essential to mitigate risks.
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Cybersecurity risks rise during mergers & acquisitions
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data protection
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ransomware
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cloud security
A new analysis reveals that 50% of cybersecurity incidents during M&A processes in 2024 were non-malicious, highlighting significant security challenges.
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Cybersecurity trends 2025: AI, consolidation, nation-states
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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application security
Key executives at Qualys forecast a surge in cybersecurity consolidation, AI's pivotal role, and mounting threats from nation-state attacks by 2025.
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Varonis expands data security support to include Databricks
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data protection
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Varonis expands its data security capabilities to include Databricks, enhancing protection for enterprise data used by 60% of Fortune 500 companies.
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Rise in phishing attacks observed from August to October 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a significant rise in phishing attacks, accounting for 46% of incidents, amid increased cyber threats and ransomware activity.
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Effective ways to improve security by avoiding privilege creep
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firewalls
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network security
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mfa
In a digital landscape fraught with data breaches, organisations must tackle the silent threat of privilege creep to safeguard sensitive information.
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North Korean operatives exposed in global tech job scam
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malware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
SentinelLabs reveals North Korean operatives are masquerading as foreign IT professionals to infiltrate global tech markets and bypass sanctions.
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BlackFog unveils advanced platform for ransomware defence
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malware
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data protection
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ransomware
BlackFog has unveiled its next generation enterprise platform, enhancing ransomware protection with features like air gap security and AI-based monitoring.
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Major retailer's IT flaw exposes sensitive data, now fixed
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apm
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Cequence Security has uncovered a major vulnerability in a leading food and drug retailer's IT systems, exposing sensitive data across four subdomains.
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Fortinet launches AI-powered data loss prevention solution
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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firewalls
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data protection
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cloud security
Fortinet has launched FortiDLP, a next-gen data loss prevention solution designed to enhance security management and address insider threats for enterprises.
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What keeps CISOs up at night? A halloween tale of cyber frights and digital haunts
Mon, 28th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
This Halloween, as Australians carve pumpkins, CISOs face digital horrors, battling cyber threats, insider risks, and compliance monsters.
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Secuvy launches advanced features to boost data security
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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data protection
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encryption
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cloud security
Secuvy has launched innovative features to enhance data security, targeting insider threats and streamlining compliance for organisations.
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IT department struggling to stay on budget? Avoid overspending with monitoring tools
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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cybersecurity
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spending
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workforce management
With IT budgets strained by software sprawl and rising costs, monitoring tools might be the solution to regain control and enhance efficiency.
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Gathid Software earns ISO 27001:2022 certification
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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data protection
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martech
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risk & compliance
Gathid Software has achieved ISO 27001:2022 certification, reinforcing its commitment to data security and leadership in identity governance.
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Survey reveals CISO job anxiety amid security concerns
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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mfa
A survey shows 99% of CISOs at large enterprises fear job loss after breaches, as they confront evolving cyber threats and inadequate security measures.
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Growing call for cyber security training in UK education sector
Fri, 4th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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insider threats
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cyber threats
Ofqual stresses the need for cyber security education, urging a focus on human risk management and strategic planning to combat rising cyber threats.
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Insider threats highlighted, calls for enhanced security measures
Mon, 16th Sep 2024
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data protection
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encryption
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mfa
National Insider Threat Awareness Month sheds light on serious insider threats. Experts from Protegrity, Securin, and others call for better human factor strategies and tech solutions.
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Trustwave highlights critical cyber threats to financial services
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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ransomware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
Trustwave's latest reports unveil growing cryptocurrency and ransomware threats in financial services, highlight the urgency of combating phishing-as-a-service and insider threats.
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Beyond prevention: Why breach readiness is your cybersecurity lifeline
Mon, 19th Aug 2024
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firewalls
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data protection
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encryption
As cyber threats evolve, breach prevention alone fails. ColourTokens Xshield advocates for 'breach readiness'—ensuring resilience and quick recovery post-attack.